# Romantic Things to Do in Los Angeles This Weekend

Romantic things to do in Los Angeles this weekend, Oct 16–18: 1 dated event, date night ideas, romantic restaurants and hidden gems. Updated Oct 13.

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This weekend in Los Angeles: Fri, Oct 16 – Sun, Oct 18, 2026 · 1 dated event

Updated: Oct 13, 2026

Romantic things to do in Los Angeles, CA include hidden gems and locals-know-this picks — the restaurant you won't see on a top-10 list, the late-night spot, and quick escapes worth a weekend.

## Date night ideas in Los Angeles, CA

Looking for date night ideas in Los Angeles, CA? These are pairings from what's actually on this week — the picks below are refreshed daily, so it's a live shortlist rather than an evergreen top-10 list. Take one as the anchor and keep the rest of the evening loose.

- **Dinner first** — Ka'teen and The Night We Met are on this week's list, and the easiest date night here is one good table with nowhere to be after it. See the "Eat & Drink" section.
- **Make an evening of it** — Anchor the night on something that's actually scheduled, like SoFi Stadium Tours, and put dinner on either side of it. See the "Happening Today" section.
- **A first date that isn't dinner** — A show, an exhibition or a gallery hour is lower-pressure than a two-hour table when you barely know each other; start here and keep it short. See the "New & Notable" section.
- **Turn it into a weekend** — When one night isn't enough, the quick escapes on this page, Ojai Valley & Pink Moment Sunsets among them, stretch a date night into a weekend. See the "Quick Escape" section.

## Happening Today

Events and things to do tonight in Los Angeles

### SoFi Stadium Tours
Go behind the scenes of the NFL's architectural masterpiece with exclusive access to the locker rooms and field.
- Venue: SoFi Stadium Tours
- Location: Inglewood, Los Angeles
- Date: 2026-10-13 09:00
- Cost: $$
- Best for: Football fans and design lovers
- Link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/sofi-stadium-tours-inglewood-california-10-13-2026/event/0A0064E2A62F6A23

### Sara Bareilles: The Good Grief Tour
Catch an intimate and moving evening of piano-driven pop and storytelling on the historic Hollywood stage.
- Venue: Dolby Theatre
- Location: Hollywood, Los Angeles
- Date: 2026-10-13 20:00
- Cost: $$$
- Best for: Music lovers
- Link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/sara-bareilles-the-good-grief-tour-hollywood-california-10-13-2026/event/090064C2D945CF31

### The Outsiders \(Touring\)
Experience the gritty, Tony-winning Broadway musical adaptation brought to life on the grand Pantages stage.
- Venue: Hollywood Pantages Theatre
- Location: Hollywood, Los Angeles
- Date: 2026-10-13 19:30
- Cost: $$$
- Best for: Theater enthusiasts
- Link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/the-outsiders-touring-los-angeles-california-10-13-2026/event/0B0064C3A7455627

## This Weekend in Los Angeles, CA

Top picks for the upcoming autumn weekend

### Milwaukee Brewers at Los Angeles Dodgers: NLCS
October baseball under the Chavez Ravine lights as the Dodgers kick off the National League Championship Series at home.
- Venue: Dodger Stadium
- Location: Echo Park, Los Angeles
- Date: 2026-10-14 7:00 PM
- Cost: $$$$
- Best for: Sports fans
- Link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/Z7r9jZ1AAZPfv

### Los Angeles Football Club vs. Austin FC
Fast-paced MLS action under the open-air canopy of BMO Stadium with the 3252 supporter section roaring.
- Venue: BMO Stadium
- Location: Exposition Park, Los Angeles
- Date: 2026-10-14 19:30
- Cost: $$
- Best for: Soccer fans
- Link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/los-angeles-football-club-vs-austin-los-angeles-california-10-14-2026/event/0A006373F37C9427

### Taste of Soul Family Festival
Stroll down historic Crenshaw Boulevard for L.A.'s premier free street festival celebrating community, live music, and incredible regional soul food.
- Venue: Crenshaw Blvd \(Obama Blvd to Stocker St\)
- Location: Crenshaw, Los Angeles
- Date: 2026-10-17 10:00 AM
- Cost: $
- Best for: Families and food lovers
- Link: https://lasentinel.net/taste-of-soul-2026

## Eat & Drink

New neighborhood spots and breezy patios for October weather

### Ka'teen
Dine beneath a reed tunnel entrance into a lush, jungle-like Tulum-inspired patio serving wood-fired Yucatán plates and mezcal cocktails.
- Location: Hollywood, Los Angeles
- Cost: $$$
- Best for: Date night
- Link: https://www.google.com/search?q=Ka%27teen%20Hollywood%2C%20Los%20Angeles

### The Night We Met
A striking romantic dinner spot along the La Brea corridor blending modern Chinese and Thai flavors in a high-design setting.
- Location: Mid-Wilshire, Los Angeles
- Cost: $$$
- Best for: Groups and couples
- Link: https://www.google.com/search?q=The%20Night%20We%20Met%20Mid-Wilshire%2C%20Los%20Angeles

## New & Notable

Seasonal highlights and limited-run cultural experiences

### John Carpenter: Prince of Darkness Film Series
Spooky season is in full swing with 35mm screenings of classic horror masterworks accompanied by iconic pulsing synth scores.
- Location: Miracle Mile, Los Angeles
- Cost: $
- Best for: Film buffs
- Link: https://www.google.com/search?q=John%20Carpenter%3A%20Prince%20of%20Darkness%20Film%20Series%20Miracle%20Mile%2C%20Los%20Angeles

### FocusFest on the Universal Lot
An immersive studio-lot celebration featuring classic Focus Features screenings, themed photo-ops, and complimentary treats.
- Location: Universal City, Los Angeles
- Cost: $$$
- Best for: Movie lovers
- Link: https://www.google.com/search?q=FocusFest%20on%20the%20Universal%20Lot%20Universal%20City%2C%20Los%20Angeles

## Quick Escape

Weekend trips within a short drive of Los Angeles

### Ojai Valley & Pink Moment Sunsets
Drive 90 minutes north to unwind under ancient oak trees, browse indie bookstores in the rustic arcade, and watch the evening 'Pink Moment' light up Topa Topa mountain.
- Location: Ojai, CA \(90 min drive from LA\)
- Cost: $$$
- Best for: Relaxation seekers
- Link: https://www.google.com/search?q=Ojai%20Valley%20%26%20Pink%20Moment%20Sunsets%20Ojai%2C%20CA%20(90%20min%20drive%20from%20LA)

### Catalina Island Coastal Retreat
Hop on the ferry from San Pedro or Long Beach for an hour-long ocean crossing to explore the Mediterranean-vibe streets of Avalon by golf cart.
- Location: Avalon, Catalina Island \(Ferry from LA ports\)
- Cost: $$$
- Best for: Adventure seekers
- Link: https://www.google.com/search?q=Catalina%20Island%20Coastal%20Retreat%20Avalon%2C%20Catalina%20Island%20(Ferry%20from%20LA%20ports)

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